The title is hidden within the poem. take me back to that november, when our eyes first met. leave me here to see them sparkle, widening in wonder. take me back to that cold morning, when your body fit in mine. leave me here to watch you turn into a twinkling little star. take me… Continue reading A Birthday Poem
Poetry Collection Book Title, Cover Reveal, and Release Date
Time has been a paradox I’ve felt so deeply since my daughter was born. Every moment felt eternal and fleeting at the same time. Every memory made, I lived and had to mourn as it was happening. Cradled in Time: Poems from a Mother’s Heart is my attempt to hold onto them a bit longer,… Continue reading Poetry Collection Book Title, Cover Reveal, and Release Date
Off to the Beta Readers
I'm thrilled to share that my collection of poetry on early motherhood has officially been sent to my beta readers! To celebrate, my husband took me to a local Italian market, and I had the creamiest cappuccino and Italian meat sub 😍 This marks an exciting next step in my writing journey, and I can’t… Continue reading Off to the Beta Readers
Five Years Later: A Return to Writing and Sharing
Motherhood changed me and now I’m writing more vulnerably. My first collection of poems, inspired by motherhood, will be releasing in just a couple of months. Follow along for more!
NaNoWriMo 2020 Update
Hello friends! How's #nanowrimo going so far? Although I haven't written my nano words for today yet, I haven't missed any days! -Insert happy dance- I have written 13,782 words so far, and I'm feeling confident and accomplished. I know come mid November I will begin to feel overwhelmed (as I have for the past… Continue reading NaNoWriMo 2020 Update
Nanowrimo Prep?
Are any of you prepping for #NaNoWriMO ? Unlike the past two years, this year I'm planning ahead. I haven't fully reached the plotter status yet, but I'm feeling the pantser in me slowly growing less powerful. It has been a little over a week since I've been waking up earlier than usual and using… Continue reading Nanowrimo Prep?
Midnight Thoughts
10/05/2020 : 12:06 am I see fear coming. I understand its dance. I’ve even danced along with it. Because it’s easier to join in than to stand over it, easier to give in to its rhythm than to crush it. Even swaying along with it takes less courage than confronting it. Less energy is needed… Continue reading Midnight Thoughts
I Missed Writing
I have completely neglected this blog, and I've felt so guilty about it. Last year I started blogging as a way to cope with writing my first novel, to keep track of my progress, and to share my experience with other writers who were also on their writing journey. This year has been so overwhelming,… Continue reading I Missed Writing
Writing the Right Words
Today we're talking about commonly misused words, specifically homophones! If you don't know what those are, keep reading! As a writing consultant and editor, I revise and provide feedback on my clients' professional documents and academic assignments (among other writing projects). For the past several months, I have seen an increase in the misuse of… Continue reading Writing the Right Words
The Dishes Will Wait- A Poem on Early Motherhood Struggles
This poem is part of my poetry collection on early motherhood. Cradled in Time: Poems From a Mother's Heart is now available on Amazon. It is also FREE with Kindle Unlimited. five am wake-up get some work done. i’m quicker than ever, my hands on overtime. the monitor shows me you’re starting to move. i unload… Continue reading The Dishes Will Wait- A Poem on Early Motherhood Struggles
A Gift for Moms: My Poetry Collection on Motherhood (Free on Kindle!)
I’m so excited to finally share this with you. My poetry collection on early motherhood, Cradled in Time, is officially out on Amazon, and it’s currently free on Kindle for a limited time. You can also order it in paperback or hardcover to arrive before Mother’s Day. This makes such a meaningful gift for any… Continue reading A Gift for Moms: My Poetry Collection on Motherhood (Free on Kindle!)
I Turned My Handwriting into a Font
I wanted my poetry collection to feel as personal as the words inside it. So, I did something a little different—I turned my own handwriting into a font. Since this is the most vulnerable writing I’ve ever done, I wanted the visual design of it to feel just as personal. It’s not just my words—it’s… Continue reading I Turned My Handwriting into a Font
Cover Design for My Upcoming Self-Published Poetry Collection
Over the years, I’ve created many covers for my devotionals and journals, but this one is especially close to my heart—my first book: Cradled in Time, a poetry collection on early motherhood. I wanted the cover to capture the nostalgia and magic of this season. If you’ve been around for a while, you know florals and… Continue reading Cover Design for My Upcoming Self-Published Poetry Collection
Bookish Giveaway
To celebrate 1K sales on Etsy, we’re hosting a book-themed giveaway! To enter, just follow us, @talemeco on Instagram and share on Instagram stories.…Bookish Giveaway
Jane Austen Lovers
How many times have you searched for a gift to give to a fellow book lover? Especially, that Jane Austen fan in your life? Before I opened my Etsy …Jane Austen Lovers
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